Level 4 Apprenticeships
We have two apprentice pathways at Level 4. Expand the sections below to find out more about each scheme.
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Automotive Engineering Apprenticeship
This four year apprenticeship will provide you with practical hands-on experience gaining an insight into areas including frame assembly, piping and wiring, chassis and cab assembly, vehicle finish and prototype. Undertaking a structured rotation through various assembly related departments, you will work towards a Level 4 HNC in Engineering as part of the Engineering Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship Standard.
As the apprenticeship develops you will also expand your knowledge in areas such electrical fault finding, diagnostics and repair.
You’ll attend Preston College on a day release basis.
What we are looking for
To apply, you will need a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including Maths, English and Science.
With a keen, demonstrable interest in engineering, you will be eager to learn and be able to adapt to a changing environment. With the ability to use your own initiative, you will take co-responsibility for your development within the business and help shape your future career.
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Facilities and Maintenance Apprenticeship
As part of this apprenticeship, you will learn how to maintain the equipment and facilities necessary to keep the market leading truck factory at peak condition. Working as part of a multifunctional maintenance team you will learn how to carry out both scheduled and none scheduled electrical/mechanical maintenance on the plant and equipment i.e cranes & lifting equipment, control systems, & pneumatic tooling.
Completing a Level 3 Mechatronics Apprenticeship Standard and a Level 4 Engineering HNC, you will have the opportunity to follow an Electrical or Mechanical Maintenance pathway.
You’ll begin your apprenticeship with a 12-month block release at Training 2000, followed by day-release for the remainder of your apprenticeship.
What we are looking for
To apply, you will need a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including Maths, English and Science.
With a keen, demonstrable interest in engineering and maintenance, you will be eager to learn and be able to adapt to a changing environment. With the ability to use your own initiative, you will take co-responsibility for your development within the business and help shape your future career.
About Leyland Trucks
Leyland Trucks is the UK’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturing business, producing full range of multi award-winning DAF trucks – the XG+, XG, XF, XD and XB. The DAF XB is also designed by a team of expert engineers at Leyland Trucks. The impressive range of vehicles ensures DAF has reigned as the UK market leader for almost 30 years.
DAF and Leyland Trucks are at the forefront of technology – driving forward electrification, autonomous vehicles and cutting edge technology.
Leyland Trucks is owned by American company PACCAR, offering global opportunities in a world-class technology business.
Read more about Leyland Trucks.
We Offer
At Leyland Trucks you will work in a professional, innovative and safe environment with significant autonomy and responsibility. We offer you a career with growth potential, working with like-minded apprentices. In addition, Leyland Trucks offers benefits including:
- A competitive starting salary of between £17,924 - £18,475, rising during each year of the scheme
- 33 days of holiday (which includes statutory holidays)
- Defined contribution Master Trust pension scheme, provided by Aviva.
- Medical Support Scheme, including dental, optical and outpatient provision.
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Career & Personal development in a global organisation.
Drive your career, join Leyland Trucks on our Award-Winning Apprenticeship Scheme.
If you have a preference for a particular Level 4 pathway please indicate this on your application form, and ensure you tailor your application to show relevant experience and interest in your preferred choice.
It's important to us that we run an inclusive recruitment process to support candidates with all abilities. If you require reasonable adjustments, please let us know so that we may support you.